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China's Strategic Dominance in Rare Earths: How Beijing Secured a Global Monopoly and Its Impact on US-China Relations
Nov 26, 2025 07:43 pm CST
China controls approximately two-thirds of global rare earths mining and dominates processing capabilities, giving Beijing significant leverage in trade negotiations with the United States. As these 17 key elements become increasingly vital for defense technologies and consumer electronics, Western nations are racing to develop alternative supply chains, though experts warn this could take years. Recent export restrictions by China have heightened tensions, despite a temporary trade truce between Presidents Trump and Xi that ensures critical mineral supply for now.
White House Accuses Alibaba of Supporting Chinese Military Operations Against US Targets
Nov 15, 2025 02:36 am CST
The White House has issued a national security memo containing declassified intelligence that claims Alibaba is providing technological support to the Chinese military for operations targeting the United States. The Financial Times reports that these capabilities are considered a threat to US national security, according to recently revealed "top secret" information.
Russia's Economic Envoy Criticizes Efforts to Block US-Russia Dialogue Amid Escalating Tensions
Oct 27, 2025 01:16 am CST
Amid rising tensions over the Ukraine conflict, Russia's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev visits the United States for diplomatic talks, criticizing "titanic attempts" to disrupt Russia-US dialogue following new sanctions. Meanwhile, President Trump cancels a planned meeting with Putin, expressing frustration over Russia's refusal to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
US-China Rare Earth Dispute Escalates: Export Controls Spark Diplomatic Tensions
Oct 17, 2025 01:49 am CST
China issues a detailed seven-point rebuttal to US criticisms over its rare earth export controls, highlighting that these measures align with international practices while accusing Washington of hypocrisy for its own extensive export restrictions. The dispute has intensified following a September call between President Trump and President Xi, with each country blaming the other for the deteriorating trade relations ahead of their anticipated meeting.
Trump Claims PM Modi Will Halt Russian Oil Purchases to Support Ukraine Peace Efforts
Oct 16, 2025 12:36 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has announced that PM Narendra Modi has assured Washington that India will soon cease purchasing oil from Russia, which Trump believes could facilitate peace in Ukraine. During his praise-filled remarks about Modi as a "great man" and enduring leader, Trump made peculiar comments that required immediate clarification to avoid diplomatic misunderstanding.
Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif To Meet US President Trump In Washington Tomorrow
Sep 24, 2025 10:04 pm CST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel from New York to Washington to meet US President Donald Trump on Thursday, as the two sides made a renewed push to reset their bilateral relations.
Opinion | The Real Reason Behind Trump's Change Of Heart For TikTok
Sep 24, 2025 03:48 pm CST
If the agreement eventually fructifies, then it gives us an indication into the thinking of Trump 2.0 with respect to economic security being a key element of national security.
"To Make It Harder For Russians": JD Vance On Trump's Tariffs On India
Aug 25, 2025 11:12 am CST
US President Donald Trump's punitive 50 per cent tariffs on imports from India were meant to get an "aggressive economic leverage" for forcing Russia to stop bombing Ukraine, according to American Vice President JD Vance.
"Stupidest Tactical Move": Top US Economist Jeffrey Sachs Slams Trump Tariffs On India
Aug 21, 2025 03:40 pm CST
US economist Jeffrey Sachs has doubled down on his criticism of the Donald Trump administration's move to impose 50 per cent punitive tariffs on India, calling the American President the great unifier of the BRICS.
Trump Was Asked Why He's Singling Out India Over Russia Trade. His Reply
Aug 07, 2025 12:37 pm CST
US President Donald Trump warned of new "secondary sanctions" for Moscow's trading partners when he was asked why India was being "singled out" for its business ties with Russia, leaving other nations that have been buying Russian energy.